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Segmented assimilation theory and perinatal health disparities among women of Mexican descent

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  • Johnson, Michelle A.
  • Marchi, Kristen S.

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A higher prevalence of infant low birth weight (

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  • Johnson, Michelle A. & Marchi, Kristen S., 2009. "Segmented assimilation theory and perinatal health disparities among women of Mexican descent," Social Science & Medicine, Elsevier, vol. 69(1), pages 101-109, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:socmed:v:69:y:2009:i:1:p:101-109
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